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Expanding to North Macedonia? EOR Services Help You Hire Globally, Pay Locally, and Expand Effortlessly

When it comes to expanding your business globally, INS Global is the ideal partner to rely on. Through collaboration with our experienced Employer of Record in North Macedonia, you can easily attract, hire, and supervise employees without the need to establish a local entity, all while effectively navigating the complexities and costs of international expansion.  

Our PEO services in North Macedonia provide a secure, efficient, and cost-effective solution for sourcing, employing, and managing local talent. With INS Global’s exceptional PEO services available in North Macedonia and over 160 countries worldwide, you can effortlessly handle a diverse, international workforce from anywhere in the world.  

By acting as the authorized employer, our dedicated Employer of Record (EOR) in North Macedonia assumes responsibility for all HR-related activities on your behalf. This streamlined process enables you to expand in just a few days, reducing both the time and expenses associated with growing your business abroad. 

Employer of Record in Macedonia - Summary

Employer of Record in Macedonia

Advantages of Using a Professional Employer Organization in North Macedonia

Ensure Legal Compliance

PEOs in North Macedonia have local expertise and networks that can help you navigate even the most complex of labor relations. This empowers your business to grow without worrying about possible penalties or fines. 

Reduce International Expansion Costs

Working with a local PEO enables your business to grow in the most cost-effective way possible. Since you dont have to worry about any of the HR-related tasks, you can simply focus on running your business and streamlining operations. 

Focus on Your Business

PEOs take all the HR-related tasks off your shoulders so that you can focus on growing your business internationally. By saving you both time and money, you can expand in the most efficient way. 

Expand Effortlessly

Establishing a new company abroad can take anywhere from 4 to 12 months. Working with a PEO can get your business up and running in just 48 hours. 

Manage Your HR Remotely

INS Global offers you a simple, elegant solution to manage your HR responsibilities online. With our cloud-based platform, you can manage a diverse workforce in an incredibly efficient way. 

Why Choose an EOR in North Macedonia Over Company Incorporation?

Establishing a new company takes both time and money. On the other hand, working with an EOR streamlines the entire process so that you can launch in a new market in just 48 hours 

Working with a North Macedonian EOR… 

  • Reduces expansion time 
  • Saves money 
  • Ensures legal compliance 
  • Allows you to grow efficiently 
testimonial from Manuel Ramos

Testimonial

Manuel Ramos

TERAO ASIA

Managing Director

We think INS Global is a good solution about starting in a market like China. Understanding the market doesn’t mean you need to set up a company immediately. 

5/5

How Does an EOR In North Macedonia Work?

INS Global’s PEO in North Macedonia allows your company to expand abroad in just 4 simple steps 

  1. We work with you to create a strategic expansion plan. 
  2. Our organization provides the legal entity to help you transfer or hire employees in North Macedonia. 
  3. We handle all HR-related responsibilities, such as hiring, contracts, and payroll management to ensure legal compliance. 
  4. Your employees focus on your organizational goals while we take care of the HR responsibilities.  

The Difference Between PEO And Employer of Record Services in North Macedonia?

When expanding internationally, you may read about PEOs (Professional Employment Organization) or EORs (Employer of Record) in North Macedonia. Here’s what you need to know about your options and the differences between these service options so you can make the best choice for your needs. 

  • PEOs offer HR-related services for your employees and handle tasks such as payroll, tax deductions, and contract management.  
  • EORs are similar to PEOs but can legally source and hire employees on your behalf. 
  • In a PEO arrangement, the employment contract remains between you and the employee with the PEO provider acting as co-employer. 
  • In an EOR arrangement, you curate the contract, but it’s made officially between the EOR and the employee on behalf of your business. 

Labor Law in North Macedonia - 2024

Employment Contracts in North Macedonia

  • Employment in North Macedonia is typically accompanied by a written offer of employment. 
  • Employers may include a probation period that may not exceed 4 months 
  • Employers may let the employee go without severance during the probation period.  
  • The employment contract should describe the nature of the contract and briefly describe the role of the employee.  
  • The minimum notice period for terminating employees in North Macedonia is 1 month unless stipulated otherwise in the employment contract.  
  • Severance can vary depending on the circumstances. Employees are entitled to 1 month’s pay if they’ve been with the company for less than 5 years. Employees are entitled to 2 months’ pay if they’ve been employed for 5 to 10 years. This increases to 3.5 months if the employee has been with the company longer than 10 years. 

Working Hours in North Macedonia

  • The working week in North Macedonia is from Monday to Friday. 
  • Full-time employees are expected to work 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week. 
  • Part-time employees work around 20 hours per week but can’t work more than 40 hours. 
  • Employees are entitled to a higher hourly rate for working overtime. This is generally 135% of the normal hourly rate. 

Annual Leave in North Macedonia

  • North Macedonia has 13 official national holidays. 
  • Employees are entitled to 20 to 26 days of paid leave per year. This depends on their job performance, years of service, and the individual employment contract.  
  • Employees may be entitled to additional paid leave depending on their employment contract. 
  • The scheduling of time off is subject to the employer and the staffing needs of the business.  

Sick Leave in North Macedonia

  • North Macedonian labor law states that there is no limit to annual sick leave. 
  • Employees should notify their employers and provide a medical certificate as proof of illness.  
  • Employers are required to pay the salary of their employees for the first 30 days of illness, provided the employee can present a sick note from a medical professional.  

Maternity / Paternity Leave in North Macedonia

  • According to local labor law, female employees are entitled to 9 months of maternity leave.  
  • Expecting mothers can take maternity leave from as early as 45 days before the expected birth of their child. 
  • Maternity leave is mandatory 28 days before the expected birth of the child. 
  • A female employee that adopts is also entitled to leave until the child is 9 months old.  
  • Maternity leave is paid leave and is paid by social security.  
  • If an employee adopts more than 1 child, they can get up to 15 months of maternity leave. 
  • Fathers are entitled to 7 days of paid paternity leave. 

Tax Laws in North Macedonia

  • Employers in North Macedonia are responsible for withholding all taxes and social contributions. 
  • Generally, social security is contributed to by the employee alone.  
  • Employees contribute 18.8% of their monthly salary toward pension and disability insurance, 7.5% toward health insurance, 0.5% toward additional health insurance, and 1.2% toward unemployment insurance. This totals 28% in social contributions 
  • North Macedonian employees are subject to personal income tax at a flat rate of 10%.  
  • The corporate income tax rate in North Macedonia is 10%. 
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FAQs

No, it is necessary to use a local entity abroad to comply with each country labor law.

Foreign companies can either set up a local entity in each country or use the services a local PEO (Professional Employment Organization) to hire the staff on-site directly.

The employer of record is the legal entity liable for the staff employed in a specific country. In practice, a foreign company can either open a subsidiary to become the employer of record of its abroad employees or use a PEO to act as the employer of record.

Liabilities may vary from country to country and include all the staff management responsibilities: labor contract issues, payroll management, and tax compliance, social security management, expenses claim declaration, hiring and termination
procedures, etc.

In general, 1-month is necessary to have an employee based out abroad using an existing PEO as the employe of record. When incorporating a new subsidiary to be the employer of record, the delay varies from 4-12 months.

The cost of a PEO in Macedonia typically depends on a percentage of your employee’s salary, providing a streamlined approach to your expansion plan. 

Certainly, working with an Employer of Record in North Macedonia is a legal and efficient solution that simplifies your expansion plans while reducing costs. 

Salaries for full-time employees in Macedonia are usually processed on a monthly basis, while part-time workers may prefer weekly or bi-monthly payments. Employers are responsible for deducting taxes and social contributions from employee salaries. 

Recruiting new employees in North Macedonia typically includes both direct (salary, employee benefits, and expenses) as well as indirect costs (employer social security contributions, HR administration hours, management hours). INS Global simplifies and streamlines recruitment, hiring, and staff management remotely, reducing the costs associated with managing an international workforce in Macedonia. 

Absolutely, an Employer of Record in Macedonia can recruit and hire employees from all regions, expanding your talent pool across the country. 

Modifications to employment contracts in North Macedonia require mutual agreement. By working with a North Macedonian PEO, you ensure compliance with local labor laws while adapting contract requirements. 

Yes, as an employer in Macedonia, you are responsible for deducting taxes and social contributions from your employees’ salaries. 

INS customizes its global EOR services to meet your specific needs, assisting you in recruiting and hiring as many employees as necessary to support your expansion plans. 

Termination costs in North Macedonia vary depending on how long the employee has been with the company. Employees are entitled to 1 months pay if theyve been with the company for less than 5 years. Employees are entitled to 2 months pay if theyve been employed for 5 to 10 years. This increases to 3.5 months if the employee has been with the company longer than 10 years.  

In North Macedonia, you have the flexibility to hire employees for both in-person and remote opportunities, allowing for cost efficiency during your market entry. 

Absolutely! Our recruitment experts have extensive experience in sourcing top talent globally. We offer comprehensive support in recruiting, hiring, and managing your workforce, regardless of your location in Macedonia. 

North Macedonia observes 13 national holidays, and most employees are entitled to a paid day off on these occasions. Working on these holidays usually involves a higher hourly rate. 

Employers in Macedonia must adhere to strict labor laws and regulations to avoid penalties and fines. Partnering with an experienced PEO in Macedonia ensures compliance and facilitates seamless expansion. 

Absolutely! INS Global enables the recruitment and management of a diverse workforce remotely in North Macedonia, making it easy to hire Macedonian citizens and foreigners. 

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